Routine inspection·August 14, 2025

On 8/14/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carla Polanco met with Licensee Ilma Matute for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were two children present at the start of inspection. Licensee's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM-5:30 PM. Licensee speaks Spanish, this report was translated by LPA. All adults subject to criminal background review have obtained criminal record clearance. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. A health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include the entire second floor, the laundry room, garage and the pool. During today's visit Licensee requested that the backyard be made off-limit as she is working on some fixes in the yard. LPA observed the required postings and a working phone. 2A10BC fire extinguisher meets regulations. LPA observed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and verified they were both functional. LPA toured the kitchen area and verified knives were inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed age appropriate toys for children. LPA observed a restroom and verified that hazardous and toxic items were inaccessible to children in care. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. Outdoor play space is fenced. The backyard has an in-ground pool that is fenced per Title 22 regulations. Continues on LIC809-C...... LPA conducted a safety inspection for the in-ground pool. LPA observed the gate to self-close and self-latch. LPA observed the fence surrounding the entirety of the pool to be at least 5 feet in height. LPA observed a life ring with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches that was labeled as approved by the United States Coast Guard. LPA observed a rescue pole with a body hook with a fixed length of 12 feet. In addition, documentation of daily inspections of drowning prevention safety features and safety equipment BEFORE opening the facility was observed. Licensee understands that a log of inspections must be maintained and made available to the department upon request. Children's files were reviewed. Emergency information and required immunization records were on file. LPA observed a current roster and documentation that a fire drill is conducted at least once every six months. Last drill was conducted 2/2025. Licensee's immunization records are available in the facility file. LPA verified current EMSA pediatric CPR certification which expires 12/2026 . Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter certification was verified and expires 08/2025. Licensee does not carry liability insurance; Liability insurance waiver was observed in children\342\200\231s files. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep web page at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. License is caring for infants at this time. LPA observed 15 min infant napping log for infants 24 months and under. LPA observed copies of LIC 9227 Individual Sleeping Plan for infants under 12 months. This provider is not currently providing Incidental medical Services (IMS) to children in care. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. Licensee states that she receives the PIN's. Exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with the licensee. A notice of site visit was provided and posted by LPA and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s inspection.